
Plant Operator
- Oak Creek, WI
- $51,000-64,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Performs daily routine checks of compressors and “bag” houses to ensure equipment is operating correctly
- Prepares equipment for plant start-up each morning
- Observes incoming raw materials to ensure required specifications are met
- Operates a front-end loader to unload raw materials and place in proper storage bins
- Retrieves appropriate material with front-end loader according to specifications given by the batch operator and loads material in proper bin for processing
- Conducts physical inventory of raw materials as needed
- Performs routine maintenance on front-end loader, compressors, “bag” houses, pumps and valves and reclaimer
- Performs routine inspection of material silos to ensure cleanliness and prevent material clogging
- Performs general housekeeping tasks in and around the plant building and yard as needed including tasks such as sweeping, mopping, emptying trash and cutting grass
- Maintains the overall orderly organization of equipment and supplies in and around the yard and plant
- Checks and maintains dust system
- Maintains cleanliness and appearance of concrete re-claimer pond
- Operates a forklift as needed to unload freight and materials delivered
- Other duties as directed by the plant manager
- Treat Customers, Haulers, and coworkers in a friendly and courteous manner
- Regular attendance and physical presence at work is an essential function of this position
- This job may require additional duties not listed above and the employee may be asked to perform those duties to meet business needs
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Knowledge on safe operation of a forklift, manlift, and front-end loader
- CDL “B” or higher preferred, but not required
- Specific Industry related experience preferred
- Experience with general or routine maintenance tasks
- Ability to operate a forklift, manlift, and front-end loader
- Demonstrated ability to follow instruction and work independently
- Demonstrated ability to successfully handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to read, write and distinguish colors
- Majority of work performed outside
- Exposure to elements of weather including heat, cold, rain and dust
- Occasionally/frequently exposed to rough, muddy, walking surface
- Intermittent exposure to high noise levels and vibration
- Frequent exposure to moving parts/pieces of equipment.
- Frequent exposure to cement, lime, concrete, admixtures, dust, diesel fuel and other substances that may cause burns, be toxic or explosive if handled incorrectly
- Frequent exposure to water and wet conditions
- Local travel required
- Occasional bending, stooping, and kneeling
- Frequent periods of extended sitting
- Occasional need to climb heights of up to 60 feet
- Occasional need to stretch, reach and grab
- Occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.
- Frequent use of foot pressure to operate clutch and transmission
- Occasional periods of walking across uneven surfaces
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Protecting your health and providing peace of mind.
- Retirement Plan Options – Helping you build a secure future.
- Voluntary Benefits – Helping you to cover unexpected expenses.
- Work-Life Balance – Supporting flexibility so you can thrive in every area of your life.
- Employee Assistance Program – Offering confidential support for personal and professional challenges.
- Wellness Program – Promoting a healthy lifestyle through resources and incentives.